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ScreamingBox Technology & Business RundownScaling SaaS Product Development and Engineering for Successful GROWTH!In this podcast Botond Seres and Dave Erickson examine techniques to grow SaaS product development and engineering with Drew Harris - Fractional Chief Technology & Product Officer of The1DrewHarris.comAs a former SaaS CEO and seasoned technology leader, Drew has built, scaled, and optimized SaaS products that have powered businesses from startup to $100M products. From pioneering subscription-based video training to scaling an event management SaaS, his company, QuantumDelta, helped customers unlock new revenue streams and achieve massive growth - like taking a single-location franchise to over 100 locations nationwide.Now, as a...
2025-06-021h 01
SaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOTransitioning from Engineer to ManagerIn this episode of SaaS Growth, host Drew Harris candidly talks with Steve Dwire, a seasoned leadership coach and former software engineer. They explore the challenges and nuances of transitioning from an engineering role to a management position, discussing everyday struggles, the importance of effective communication, and the value of self-discovery in leadership. Steve shares insights on overcoming "promotion remorse" and the significance of tailoring one's approach to different audiences. This episode is a valuable resource for anyone navigating the complexities of leadership in the tech industry, offering practical advice and encouragement for personal and professional growth.
2025-03-0640 min
SaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOLeadership in SaaS - Key InsightsDrew Harris and Diane Gordon share insights on effective leadership, emphasizing the need for clarity in metrics and the empowerment of team members. The discussion, which covers the pivotal role of diversity in optimizing team talents, highlights the importance of involving team members in defining objectives and performance metrics and the significance of organization and scheduling. They delve into career progression, addressing the challenges faced by inexperienced leaders in high-growth companies, and advocate for robust career ladders, regular performance conversations, and mentorship opportunities. The episode wraps up by reiterating the significance of self-awareness in leadership and their services as...
2025-02-0435 minSaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOTeam Metrics & Performance ManagementMetrics and Performance MeasurementÂ
Drew Harris and James Buff emphasize the importance of measuring organizational performance.
They share challenges in measuring productivity versus value delivered.
Discussion on the need for clear metrics that resonate with leadership.
The conversation moves naturally to Employee Health and SatisfactionÂ
Discussion on measuring employee health and satisfaction.
James Buff shares experiences with employee surveys and their importance.
Drew Harris highlights the need for a balance between productivity and employee well-being.
What challenges have you encountered in...
2024-12-0335 min
SaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOWhat does your audience want to hear? - Greatest hitsI'm certainly no expert when it comes to marketing! However, as I have been looking to grow my audience and impact my professional life, I have been spending a lot of time with some marketing experts to see what I can learn. Reading, tutorials, and discussions with real people who know marketing have inspired me to share a simple and short observation in this short "bonus episode" where it is all me and NO A.I. generation.
I hope you enjoy it. Please leave a comment or reach out directly with your observations and or insights.
2024-11-1103 min
SaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOStress Testing: Pushing Your Software to the Breaking PointIn this episode we dive deeper into this article that describes stress testing and it's importance in growing SaaS companies.
2024-10-1606 min
SaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOUnderstanding Unit and Integration Testing Through a Playful AnalogyThis episode explains unit testing and integration testing using the analogy of building a toy robot. It breaks down both types of testing in simple terms, emphasizing the importance of testing individual software components (unit testing) and then testing how those components work together (integration testing). The episode highlights that catching bugs early on helps ensure a high-quality software product.
2024-10-1009 minSaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOUnlock Team Potential & Drive Product Growth
High product development turnover?
A disconnect between product and engineering?
Do you feel like your teams aren't reaching their full potential?
We've been there.
This episode dives deep into the value of implementing career ladders within your company and will help get you started.
A good career ladder can help:
Boost employee retention & motivation.
Drive innovation & problem-solving.
Improve team agility & collaboration.
Ultimately, supercharge your product growth!
2024-10-0817 min
SaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOThe Expectation Equation: Orchestrating Success in Your Software-Driven BusinessThis episode explores how a fractional CTO can be a game-changer for SaaS companies aiming for rapid growth. The sources emphasize the crucial role of effective leadership and expectation management in software development. Bringing in a fractional CTO, an experienced technology leader, can provide your company with:
Expertise in Implementing Key Strategies: A fractional CTO can introduce and oversee the implementation of proven strategies for building a high-performing engineering team. This includes fostering trust, empowering engineers, and managing expectations through clear and consistent communication.
Focus on Scaling and Strategy: By entrusting the technical leadership to a fractional CTO...
2024-10-0308 min
SaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOFrom Trust to Action: Building Ownership and Accountability in Your Software Engineering TeamThis podcast discusses the essential elements of ownership and accountability in software engineering teams, drawing on principles from Jocko Willink and Leif Babin's book "Extreme Ownership."
Ownership in software development means being personally invested in your work and understanding its impact on the project's success. It's about taking initiative, not just completing tasks.
Accountability means responsibility for your actions and outcomes, embracing successes and failures.
Leaders should empower their teams to take ownership of their work rather than simply dictating tasks.
To cultivate ownership, leaders should clearly explain the purpose behind tasks, delegate decision-making within defined boundaries, and...
2024-10-0109 min
SaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOBuilding the Foundation: Practical Steps to Foster Trust in Your Software Engineering TeamTrust is the foundation of any successful team, especially in software development. When team members trust each other, they can communicate openly, work transparently, and feel psychologically safe. This blog post will explore practical steps to cultivate trust within a software development team, inspired by Patrick Lencioni's "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team."
To build trust within a team, you should first discuss the team's current state of trust, including any challenges and vulnerabilities. You should also encourage healthy conflict by having team members respectfully challenge ideas and assumptions, which will ultimately lead to better decision-making.
2024-09-2614 min
SaaS Growth: Scaling with a Fractional CTOIs Your Software Development a Symphony or a Cacophony?This episode, "Is Your Software Development a Symphony or a Cacophony?" argues that effective software development requires more than innovation; it demands a structured approach prioritizing collaboration, trust, and clear communication. The author contends that unmanaged expectations can lead to chaos, characterized by missed deadlines, bugs, poor quality, and decreased productivity. The episode presents a three-part framework to address these challenges: building trust, establishing ownership and accountability, and proactively managing expectations. By implementing these strategies, software development can transition from a chaotic process to a streamlined and efficient operation.
2024-09-2405 min